Peer Support Specialist - Phoenix, AZ (Phoenix Clinic)

General Summary

The Peer Support Specialist (PSS) will function as a role model to peers; exhibiting competency in personal recovery and use of coping skills; serve as a member advocate, providing information and peer support for members in outpatient settings.

Job Responsibilities

• Utilizes a strengths-based approach along with personal experiences while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries to develop meaningful and trusting relationships with members.
• Provides members an example of what they can strive for in their recovery and instills the belief that recovery is real and possible.
• Maintains required vehicle documentation; maintains cleanliness and maintenance protocols for agency vehicles.
• Completes progress notes, incident reports and other data sheets within the required timeframe.
• Attends ART’s when required; attends regularly scheduled Team Meetings, supervisions and other meetings as required.
• Completes all training required by licensing and/or agency, or as requested by supervisor.
• Maintains and submits detailed data required for management of opioid grant.
• Performs other duties as assigned or necessary as they relate to the general nature of the position.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Peer Support Certification from Regional Behavioral Health Authority (RBHA) or another approved provider.
• Past personal experience within the behavioral health system or child welfare system required.
• Able to pass a minimum 5 panel drug test & submit to regular screening.
• DPS Level I fingerprint clearance (must possess upon hire and maintain throughout employment).
• Maintain a clear Central Registry Background Check.
• CPR, First Aid, (must possess upon hire and maintain throughout employment).
• Current, valid Arizona Driver's License and 39-month Motor Vehicle Report and proof of vehicle registration liability insurance to meet insurance requirements.